Can the way you think about yourself affect what you achieve? The answer is a solid “yes.” Your mindset matters in all you do, whether it’s at work or in your personal life. And the way you think about your intellect, talents, and skills determines whether you remain mired in old habits or stretch, grow, [...]
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Continuously improving your communication skills helps in virtually every area of your life and career. At work, becoming a better communicator makes it easier for you to not only achieve success, but also to have your victories noted by people who count. Communication in the workplace isn’t just about how well you talk to and [...]
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To advance your career and make your day-to-day job as fulfilling as possible, it helps to become your boss’s go-to person – the one they naturally turn to for insight, support, and the ability to take on more responsibilities quickly. In other words, become more valuable to your employer by being indispensable. This means taking [...]
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The relationship you have with your boss significantly influences your overall job satisfaction. If you are in the fortunate position of having a great boss who you appreciate - spread the joy and let them know. Check out these seven meaningful things you can do to thank your boss this holiday season: 1. Handwritten [...]
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It happens to the best of us. No matter how well prepared, organized, skilled or knowledgeable you are, occasional mistakes at work are bound to happen. Hopefully, most will be minor and quickly rectified. But in reality, serious mishaps also sometimes occur. And when they do, there are steps you can take to make the [...]
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It’s normal to have a few jitters when starting a new job. It might be more troublesome if you didn’t feel a little nervous. This is, after all, a major life transition, so it may trigger a variety of emotions including some stress and anxiety. The key is to keep moving forward, as you would [...]
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Do you need a list of professional references as part of your job search? Despite what you may have been led to believe, the answer is a solid “yes.” In many cases, potential employers will contact your references at some point, most likely closer to the end of the hiring process. And, those references can [...]
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From the first contact you make with a prospective employer until you get an offer letter, every interaction matters. You don’t want to get lost in the crowd of applicants and fail to make that all-important shortlist used to make a final hiring decision. Of course, you need to present the right combination of education, [...]
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This classic question may be asked in a job interview in any profession or industry. It’s similar to the question, “Why do you think you’re the best person for this job?” Both require you to sell yourself and to show you’ve done your research on the position and the company. It all boils down to [...]
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Job hunting is never easy. And when you don’t have much – or maybe even any – experience in the field you need for the desired position, it can be downright intimidating. But remember, everybody has to start somewhere. With the right planning, it’s very doable. Finding a job starts with your resume. Here are [...]
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